Gulf Island

Bilingual Welder Lead - Fabrication Yard

LocationHouma, LA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Job Type


Full-time


Description


Main Purpose:

To perform job functions required and/or assigned in the fabrication yard. Fabricate iron and steel structures in accordance with the contract/job specifications and quality assurance requirements/fitting procedures.


Essential Functions:

Set and operate welding machine for applicable welding processes (stick, short arc, flux core, tig, fill and cap, automatic, etc.)
Perform welding processes assigned for either structural, pipe and/or automatic welding projects.
Pass required welding test in accordance with AWS D1.1 latest edition.
Maintain quality of welding that can pass NDT testing procedures.
Perform welding assignments in a safe and efficient manner, practicing safety at all times.
Operate applicable hand tools (chipping hammers, grinders, etc.)
Operate high reaches/man lifts as required when having to perform welding assignments above ground level.
Follow written and/or verbal instructions with little or no supervision.


Benefits Offered:

Earned Wage Access
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Safety Awards
Company Store
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


Requirements


Physical Requirements:

Standing: This is an essential job function/physical requirement.
Walking: This is an essential job function/physical requirement.
Turning, twisting, bending, and stooping- These physical requirements are essential job functions.
Pushing and Pulling- These physical requirements are essential job functions.
Reaching, forward, and overhead are essential job functions /physical requirements.
Climbing: This is an essential job function /physical requirement.
Balancing, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, and seeing- These are all considered regular physical duties/requirements and would be needed/required to work in this industrial environment safely and efficiently.
Lifting - employees must lift 25-50 pounds and occasionally 75 pounds.


Job Requirements:

Must speak fluent English and Spanish.
Must be able to successfully demonstrate the ability to pass a written and practical welding test.
Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
Must be able to pass a background check.
Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.


Desirable Experience/Training:

Highschool diploma or GED.
Minimum of 3 years' experience with all welding procedures.


Desirable Experience/Training:

Welders must have knowledge of and use welding machines, man lifts, chipping & grinding equipment, cutting torches, welding leads, welding whips, and welding guns. Also, all applicable safety equipment used to perform their everyday welding duties (welding shields, goggles, hard hats, etc.) should be able to read and write.


Environmental Conditions:

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes. 75% to 80% of the work activities of a welder (with exceptions of automatic and tig/pipe welders) are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperatures, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc. They could also be exposed to welding fumes and smoke, especially when welding on certain materials (galvanize, etc.)

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.


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